Groundbreaking set for new apartment project in Merrill

MERRILL, Wis. (WSAW) - A groundbreaking ceremony is planned for a new housing project along the Wisconsin River in Merrill.

The River is a market-rate apartment complex featuring three 22-unit apartment buildings. It is located on S. Kyes Street, along the Wisconsin River and the River Bend Trail system. The buildings will be constructed over the next three years with room for future expansion.

Derek Hoff, a member of the VanHoffKo development team working on the project, explains they are hoping to provide a unique setting along the river that provides access to the River Bend Trail. They look to promote an active lifestyle and breathe new life into the community with this new development.

Construction has already begun and they are hoping to be ready for people to move in next fall.

A groundbreaking ceremony and key presentation is planned for Thursday, October 23 at 1:30 p.m.